This recipe is only really worth making when you can buy (or grow!) the beans and tomatoes in season, when they are fresh and flavourful. The addition of cheese and pumpkin seeds makes it hearty enough for a complete lunch if served with a nice chunky baguette, or put a big bowl of the salad […]

This meal makes a great packed lunch, or looks lovely piled high in a big bowl for a barbecue or party. The flavours of the toasted cumin seeds and fresh herbs give it a nice zing. You can substitute the carrots, squash and aubergine for other veggies that roast well – for example peppers or courgettes.

This recipe works with globe or long courgettes. It’s a handsome starter, or you could serve the courgets on a bed of the left over risotto (you won’t fit it all back into the courgette!) for a full meal. I haven’t given exact measurements for the rice and stock as you can use your judgement […]

A light and healthy stirfry using summer vegetables. If you can find some good regular oyster or king oyster mushrooms, they give a nice meaty texture alongside the tender courgettes and carrots. You could also use green or runner beans in this recipe.

This a great snack food served up on its own or with some spreadable cheese or gooey brie and chutney. Freeze on the day if you won’t eat up within 24 hours. Good for babies and kids too and they are salt and sugar free and easy to handle.

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I hope you find this vegetarian blog inspiring - even if you're not a veggie yourself. Most of the recipes I have tried and tested on non-vegetarians and they have gone down well, and equally the restaurants reviewed are mainly non-vegetarian places that have an inspiring veggie option or two. Whether you believe in healthy diet, eating a bit less meat to do your bit for the planet, or whether - like me - you think a meat-free diet is both better tasting and better for you - then I hope you'll be in good company here. All suggestions for recipes and restaurants happily received!